The Cocktail Guru

08/27/2025

With the news of the engagement, we thought it apropos to offer our newest in-person mixology experience - it's something you'll remember All Too Well:
📣The T. Swift Bachelorette Mixology Class 🎊
1️⃣ Start off the experience with your welcome drink :
a Vodka + Diet Coke
2️⃣ Then learn how to make a French Blonde from start to finish
3️⃣ Wrap up the event with hands-on group cocktail-making where you'll create a Bejeweled signature Taylor Swift-themed cocktail to serve at your wedding! 🫶
We bring everything you'll need right to you! Satisfy your Champagne Problems with The Cocktail Guru anywhere in the U.S. You'll be drinking again with your friends in no time! 💌
Click the link here for more info: https://www.thecocktailguru.com/contact-us/
Team Cocktail Guru Jonathan Pogash

The Cocktail GuruJonathan Pogash: [email protected], Press, Public Relations InquiriesJeffrey Pogash: [email protected] Events, Mixology ClassesLiz Smith: [email protected]

08/20/2025

📅 SAVE THE DATE!
We’re thrilled to welcome industry legends Jonathan & Jeffrey Pogash — The Cocktail Guru duo — to PYT USA for exclusive Yacht Crew Beverage Training Courses! 🍸🛥️

With over 75 years of combined hospitality industry experience, you won't want to miss this!

📍 PYT - Professional Yachtmaster Training - Ft Lauderdale, FL
📆 Monday Nov. 3 and Tuesday Nov. 4
🍍GUEST Program/IAMI Approved Courses:
🍹Advanced Bartending & Mixology Module 1
🍷Advanced Wine Appreciation Module 1
🎓 Perfect your craft with world-class instruction designed specifically for the yachting world.

From classic cocktails to next-level service techniques, this is a must-attend for any crew member looking to elevate their game on board. 🥂

Spaces are limited — Registration details are below:
☎️ (954) 296-3830
💻 [email protected]

03/18/2025

Join Jonathan and Jeffrey Pogash, the dynamic father-son duo, as they dive into the world of cocktails, spirits, and hospitality trends in this special episode of T…

03/14/2025

Jonathan Pogash dropping knowledge to the local Southcoast MA community next month at Cork Wine and Tapas. Cheers to Derby Cocktails! 🏇🏿

Mixology CLASS with the COCKTAIL Guru 🌿🥃🐎

Where: Cork Wine & Tapas Taber Room
Date: Wednesday, 4/30
Available Times: 5:30-7:00pm & 7:30 -9:00pm
Cost: $75pp
Register: https://tinyurl.com/32u3r5p4

Classic Whiskey Cocktails: A Hands-On experience with Mixologist Jonathan Pogash

Experience the elegance of America’s most prestigious horse race with this refined exploration of classic Kentucky Derby cocktails.🐎

Join renowned mixologist Jonathan Pogash for an immersive cocktail-making experience celebrating the timeless appeal of whiskey. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn the art of crafting 3 classic whiskey cocktails, from the perfectly balanced Old Fashioned to the smooth and sophisticated Manhattan-plus a few surprises along the way. ( mocktail options available)

Jonathan will guide you through the history, techniques, and insider tips that elevate your home bartending skills. Whether you’re a whiskey enthusiast or a cocktail lover looking to expand your repertoire, this class is the perfect way to sip, shake, and stir like a pro.

No experience necessary-just bring your love of great cocktails!

Cocktail Recipe Guide will be distributed
& opportunity to purchase a signed copy of Jonathan’s book, the “Mr Boston Bartenders’ Guide 75 Anniversary Edition”

Jonathan Pogash is a nationally recognized mixologist, beverage consultant, podcaster, and founder of The Cocktail Guru (). With over two decades of experience, he has crafted innovative cocktails for top bars, restaurants, and brands worldwide. Known for his expertise in classic and modern mixology, Jonathan regularly appears in media (including locally on The Rhode Show) and leads engaging cocktail education events.

01/31/2025

We can’t wait to be at this Cookies & Cocktails event with Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England! 🍪🍸

Jonathan Pogash
Team Cocktail Guru

Don’t miss out on the ninth annual Cookies & Cocktails!

Get ready for a delectable evening celebrating creativity, community, and everyone's favorite treats—Girl Scout Cookies! Join us for this unique event where local restaurants and mixologists showcase their talents by crafting both sweet and savory creations inspired by Girl Scout Cookies.

This year, we're excited to welcome back Jefferson Speakeasy, Coast Guard House, and Wright's Dairy Farm & Bakery (official site)! New this year, we would like to introduce The Cocktail Guru, Apponaug Brewing Co., and Allie's Donuts!

More restaurants and bakeries will be announced soon—stay tuned for updates!

Guests will savor all the cookie-inspired creations from participating restaurants while enjoying delicious food catered by Easy Entertaining Inc.—all included with your ticket. You’ll also have the opportunity to bid on exciting items in both our online silent auction and live auction. The evening will be hosted by NBC 10’s Mario Hilario, who will guide us through the festivities while shining a light on the amazing work that Girl Scouts does in our community.

Learn more about the event and purchase tickets: gssne.org/cookiesandcocktails

11/30/2024

The team Team Cocktail Guru is working hard this first week of December with events in NYC, Boston, Cleveland, Houston, Miami, DC, and Las Vegas. Yes, we literally are all over the map!

Our founder, Jonathan Pogash, will be hosting two of these events - NYC and Vegas. Join us if you can!

🥂 Repeal Day Pop Up Dec 3 at Wayne & Sons, 221 2nd Ave, NYC

🍸Repeal Day Masters of Mixology Pop Up Dec 5 at TBellagio Las Vegasllagio Las Vegas

10/09/2024

10/09/2024

Holiday Team-Building Mixology Classes -

Our team can produce virtual events all over the world, and in-person events anywhere in the U.S. and Canada. Let us help you through the process!

09/23/2024

Tampa Bay! Did you catch our founder Jonathan Pogash on Tampa Bay's Morning Blend this morning?
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Jonathan Pogash, aka The Cocktail Guru is in the kitchen creating some refreshing and easy Fall cocktails.

09/06/2024

Limoncello spritz time!

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08/15/2024

Cannot believe summer is almost over and that we’ve completed three entire seasons of !

and I are so thankful for our viewers and listeners for making this season our best yet.

We are now two-time Telly Awards winners and have agreed to a deal with Comcast to be featured in their region. I mean, wow!

Can’t forget our amazing brand sponsors without whom the production of our show would not be possible.

And our literal production team who plug and upload the thing into the thing to make our show get on air. We are super tech savvy too, as it turns out. Kerry Moynahan Philip M. Dobard Margaret Howell Alfonse Palaima 1st Reel Entertainment Center for Culinary Culture The Cocktail Collection

And to top it all off, our two-part season finale filmed live at Tales of the Cocktail in New Orleans is now available on YouTube and wherever you watch and listen to your favorite podcasts.

On site production credits and shout outs go to Star H, Abigail Deirdre Gullo, Casey Mcmurray, and the teams at Cafe Amelie and International House Hotel in New Orleans.

Check out www.thecocktailgurupodcast.com to watch the season 3 finale.

Cheers to another successful season and looking forward to season 4.

If you have any interest or ideas for dynamic hospitality industry guests, please reach out.

If you are a brand or know a brand that might be good for us to partner with, please reach out.

Cheers!

The Cocktail Guru
Team Cocktail Guru